Events in Barbados

With activities like sailing, surfing, scuba, world-class golfing, numerous sporting events such as polo, horse racing, car racing, game fishing, distance running, hiking and beach volleyball, to name a few, plus shopping, music and cultural festivals, top-notch cuisine, and a unique natural environment, there's something for everyone to do.So you thought all there was to do in Barbados was laze your holiday away on our gorgeous beaches! Although chilling out on the beach is the #1 activity for visitors, Barbados is an action packed island with tons to get into.

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February 2019

Oistins is an active fishing town and a hive of activity on weekend nights, especially Fridays, when the popular thing to do is go to the Fish Fry! The food is...

Oistins is an active fishing town and a hive of activity on weekend nights, especially Fridays, when the popular thing to do is go to the Fish Fry!

The food is the main attraction - excellent fish, including tuna, swordfish, marlin, mahi-mahi and flying fish, but also lobster, chicken and pork. All served in an informal setting close to the beach. Fish is grilled or fried and all cooked on the spot in front of you. The seating is rustic and plentiful in amongst the old timers playing dominoes.

There are also art and craft items on sale including pottery, leather craft, jewellery, ceramics, wood carvings, clothing and accessories, straw craft and original paintings and prints. Music is played from two sources and includes a mix of back-in-time, reggae, country and western and calypso, including the current Crop Over hits. You can dance if you wish or just watch. Some nights there is a live band. Food is usually available from 7pm but go early (around 5:45), and walk on the pier and perhaps see a great sunset. Collect your fish scraps from the vendors and feed the turtles!

This event is very popular with locals and visitors alike and the children will enjoy it too. Go before 8pm for food or be prepared possibly for long waits.

Come and buy your produce, prepared food, clothing, and local craft at Brighton Farmers Market, a favourite meeting place of locals, expats and visitors alike e...

Come and buy your produce, prepared food, clothing, and local craft at Brighton Farmers Market, a favourite meeting place of locals, expats and visitors alike every Saturday morning from 6:00am.

This interesting market is set in the picturesque grounds of Brighton Plantation in St. George where you can let your little ones run around and play on the lawn or have fun in the small playground while you do your shopping and socializing. Go for breakfast and have your latte or cappuccino with fresh fish cakes, quiche or other tasty breakfast items.

Also available are freshly baked breads. You can even sit at the tables under the trees and enjoy your tasty snacks. We think you’ll agree that this market will be a pleasant start to your weekend while at the same time assist you in buying your fresh produce for the week ahead.

Hastings Farmers Market is located just opposite the Hastings Band Stand and comes alive every Wednesday and Saturday mornings from 9am to 2pm. Everything at ...

Hastings Farmers Market is located just opposite the Hastings Band Stand and comes alive every Wednesday and Saturday mornings from 9am to 2pm.

Everything at this market is made, baked or grown in Barbados, whether it’s fruit and vegetables, cakes and coffee, paintings and pottery, music and books, milk and eggs or pizzas and pastries, there is something for everyone. There is also quite a lot of organic produce.

March 2019

This is an annual exhibition, produced by the Barbados Agricultural Society and partnered by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development. Each year Agro...

This is an annual exhibition, produced by the Barbados Agricultural Society and partnered by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.

Each year Agrofest attracts over 6,000 local and international patrons presenting them with a unique opportunity to experience all the facets of Barbados’ agricultural sector in a relaxed and comfortable environment. Agrofest brings together vegetable and fruit farmers, livestock farmers, fishermen, as well as persons involved in horticulture and other areas and allows them to showcase a variety of high quality local products.

Some Featured Exhibits/Shows/Events include: * The popular Sheep Show * Dairy & Beef Show * Adorable Dog Show * The BHS Flower exhibit * Petting Zoo * Caribbean Cuisine * Farmer’s Market * Shopping Bazaar * Educational Area * Children Entertainment Area * Donkey Rides * Art & Craft Village * Live entertainment through out the weekend * Mounted Police Tattoo Visitors to Barbados are welcome to experience first hand the very best of Barbadian Culture, Craft and Cuisine.

Oistins is an active fishing town and a hive of activity on weekend nights, especially Fridays, when the popular thing to do is go to the Fish Fry! The food is...

Oistins is an active fishing town and a hive of activity on weekend nights, especially Fridays, when the popular thing to do is go to the Fish Fry!

The food is the main attraction - excellent fish, including tuna, swordfish, marlin, mahi-mahi and flying fish, but also lobster, chicken and pork. All served in an informal setting close to the beach. Fish is grilled or fried and all cooked on the spot in front of you. The seating is rustic and plentiful in amongst the old timers playing dominoes.

There are also art and craft items on sale including pottery, leather craft, jewellery, ceramics, wood carvings, clothing and accessories, straw craft and original paintings and prints. Music is played from two sources and includes a mix of back-in-time, reggae, country and western and calypso, including the current Crop Over hits. You can dance if you wish or just watch. Some nights there is a live band. Food is usually available from 7pm but go early (around 5:45), and walk on the pier and perhaps see a great sunset. Collect your fish scraps from the vendors and feed the turtles!

This event is very popular with locals and visitors alike and the children will enjoy it too. Go before 8pm for food or be prepared possibly for long waits.

This is an annual exhibition, produced by the Barbados Agricultural Society and partnered by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development. Each year Agro...

This is an annual exhibition, produced by the Barbados Agricultural Society and partnered by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.

Each year Agrofest attracts over 6,000 local and international patrons presenting them with a unique opportunity to experience all the facets of Barbados’ agricultural sector in a relaxed and comfortable environment. Agrofest brings together vegetable and fruit farmers, livestock farmers, fishermen, as well as persons involved in horticulture and other areas and allows them to showcase a variety of high quality local products.

Some Featured Exhibits/Shows/Events include: * The popular Sheep Show * Dairy & Beef Show * Adorable Dog Show * The BHS Flower exhibit * Petting Zoo * Caribbean Cuisine * Farmer’s Market * Shopping Bazaar * Educational Area * Children Entertainment Area * Donkey Rides * Art & Craft Village * Live entertainment through out the weekend * Mounted Police Tattoo Visitors to Barbados are welcome to experience first hand the very best of Barbadian Culture, Craft and Cuisine.

April 2019

The Barbados International Fishing Tournament is one of the premier fishing events in the Southern Caribbean, and attracts participants from across the region a...

The Barbados International Fishing Tournament is one of the premier fishing events in the Southern Caribbean, and attracts participants from across the region and internationally each year for five days of fun and competition. The emphasis in recent years has been on making everyone a winner.

The 2019 tournament will be staged at the Port St. Charles Marina in St. Peter and is certified as a qualifying event for the annual IGFA (International Game Fishing Association) Offshore World Championships, and also forms part of the Southern Caribbean Billfish Circuit.

The 2019 event is expected to continue to be a big success, and previous years has seen an average of 35 boats and 225 anglers participating, with some spectacular catches being recorded as the teams revel in the magnificent conditions. Apart from the fishing, there is much dockside activity to help liven the event, and each evening sees hundreds of people gathered to witness the boats arriving with their catch, as well as to join in the festivities such as cocktail parties, a fashion show, wine-tasting, live band, music, happy hour drinks, pig-roast and fish fry to name a few.

For further details you can visit their website at www.barbadosgamefishing.com

Hastings Farmers Market is located just opposite the Hastings Band Stand and comes alive every Wednesday and Saturday mornings from 9am to 2pm. Everything at ...

Hastings Farmers Market is located just opposite the Hastings Band Stand and comes alive every Wednesday and Saturday mornings from 9am to 2pm.

Everything at this market is made, baked or grown in Barbados, whether it’s fruit and vegetables, cakes and coffee, paintings and pottery, music and books, milk and eggs or pizzas and pastries, there is something for everyone. There is also quite a lot of organic produce.

The Barbados International Fishing Tournament is one of the premier fishing events in the Southern Caribbean, and attracts participants from across the region a...

The Barbados International Fishing Tournament is one of the premier fishing events in the Southern Caribbean, and attracts participants from across the region and internationally each year for five days of fun and competition. The emphasis in recent years has been on making everyone a winner.

The 2019 tournament will be staged at the Port St. Charles Marina in St. Peter and is certified as a qualifying event for the annual IGFA (International Game Fishing Association) Offshore World Championships, and also forms part of the Southern Caribbean Billfish Circuit.

The 2019 event is expected to continue to be a big success, and previous years has seen an average of 35 boats and 225 anglers participating, with some spectacular catches being recorded as the teams revel in the magnificent conditions. Apart from the fishing, there is much dockside activity to help liven the event, and each evening sees hundreds of people gathered to witness the boats arriving with their catch, as well as to join in the festivities such as cocktail parties, a fashion show, wine-tasting, live band, music, happy hour drinks, pig-roast and fish fry to name a few.

For further details you can visit their website at www.barbadosgamefishing.com